Sky 3D was a television channel of

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that lasted from 2010 to 2017. It only broadcast 3D content.

History

Sky 3D launched on 13 October 2010 via

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and cable operator

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in regular operation, prior to a test broadcast. The transmitter was free for all customers for 3 months. Since then, the was made available free of charge. The broadcasting time was usually between 11 and midnight, while in the broadcast-free time, trailers were shown. From summer 2013, a one-time activation fee of €29.90 was required to access the channel. Sky 3D was discontinued on 1 July 2017 due to its low ratings.

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* {{Television in Germany Defunct television channels in Germany Sky 3D Sky Deutschland Sky television channels German-language television stations Television channels and stations established in 2010 Television channels and stations disestablished in 2017 2010 establishments in Germany 2017 disestablishments in Germany